Baig dominates Rashid D Habib Golf

Defending champion Ahmad Baig remains in top form as he continues to dominate the leaderboard at the Bank AL Habib 14th Rashid D Habib Memorial National Professional Golf Tournament. The third round of the prestigious event was played on Saturday at Karachi Golf Club, setting the stage for an exciting final showdown.

The four-day tournament, running from February 6 to February 9, 2025, features a challenging 72-hole format for professional golfers. After three rounds, Ahmad Baig (RPG) leads the professional category with a total score of 207 (9 under par), closely followed by Muhammad Zubair (KGC) at 208 (8 under par). Other strong contenders include Matloob Ahmed (LGG) and Muhammad Munir (RWP), both tied at 210 (6 under par).

Friday also saw the commencement of the Senior and Junior Professional categories. In the junior division, Rehan Babar (LGG) delivered an impressive performance, finishing with a score of 75. He is followed closely by Muhammad Sahil (PGC) and Shahbaz Ali (LGG), who both carded 77. These emerging talents highlight the bright future of Pakistan's golfing scene.

The senior professionals showcased their experience and skill, with Muhammad Tariq (ICGC) leading at 68, while Aurangzeb Khan (KGC) trails just behind with a score of 69. The competition remains fierce as seasoned golfers vie for top honors.

The Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Professional Golf Tournament has drawn elite golfers from across the country, competing for prestige on one of Pakistan's finest golf courses. As the tournament heads into its final round, excitement builds for the grand finale on February 9, 2025, where the nation's top golfers will battle for the coveted title and the leader flight would tee off at 08:40am from the Red Course.